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I am looking for any kind of entry-level coding or billing position in the Kansas City metro area! I have business office experience, multi-phone line operation experience, and I'm an expert with computers. Below is a copy of my resume. I am needing all the help I can get in finding leads for employment right now and would appreciate anything. Thanks in advance! AMBER N. GOUVION, CPC-A, CBCS, CMAA
AMBER N. GOUVION
13219 W. 90th Terrace, Lenexa, KS 66215 • (913) 605-2195 • ambergouvion@yahoo.com
Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice Status
Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
Hardworking, dedicated professional with CPC-A, CBCS and CMAA certifications and Associate's Degree in Exercise Science. Expert knowledge of medical terminology and ability to decipher SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) documentation written by medical professionals. Extensive knowledge of cryotherapies.
Education and Training
HEALTHCARE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT TRAINING PROGRAM Feb. 2011 – May 2012
New Horizons Computer Learning Center – Overland Park, KS
Coursework included Insurance Billing & Coding, Automated Medical Office, Medical Office Procedures & Administration, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Advanced Coding in ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Attained Certified Professional Coder (CPC), AAPC
• Attained Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS), National Healthcare Association.
• Attained Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), National Healthcare Association.
• Pursuing Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Microsoft Office Specialist in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE, Exercise Science 2004
Kansas City Kansas Community College – Kansas City, KS
• Received Presidential Academic Scholarship and named “Who's Who among Students in American Junior Colleges.â€�
• As part of my work-study, helped organize 500 student athletes' health files in a large cabinet,
Medical Office Skills and Knowledge
• Appointment Scheduling • HIPAA Laws
• Anatomy and Medical Terminology • Workman's Compensation
• Medical Records/Claims Filing • Checking In/Out Procedures
• Co-Payment Collection • CMS-1500 claim form
• Medicare (Parts A/B/C/D), Medicaid (Traditional and Risk
Based), Tricare (Standard/Extra/Prime), Blue Cross &
Blue Shield, Champ VA, HMOs • Using websites and policy manuals to solve coding issues and review individual policies and claim requirements
• Coding using E & M, Surgery, Radiology, and Pathology Services
• Obtaining prior authorization and verifying insurance benefits • Posting payments, deductibles, co-insurance, and co-payments
• Using Windows-based software to perform billing/coding work • Appealing claims; following up on non-paid/unprocessed claims
• Applying appropriate coding rules for CPT procedures • Using Compliance Plans to eliminate fraud and abuse
• Understanding and finding HCPCS coding for supplies and services • Using CPT and HCPCS modifiers
• Inpatient and outpatient payment methodology using Payment Prospective System • Understanding ICD-9 diagnosis coding; using using ICD-9 Volume I, II, II, III, CPT, and HCPCS
• Medicare rules and regulations for hospitals • Claim forms procedures for the UB-92 and UB-04
• I am also CPR, First Aid, and Defibrillator trained.
Employment History
METCALF SOUTH SHOPPING CENTER – Overland Park, KS 2010 – Present
Security Officer
Patrol premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion. Respond to alarms, investigate disturbances, and record unusual occurrences in daily log. Answer five-line phone, as needed, taking messages, answering questions, and providing information during non-business hours.
QUIKTRIP – Independence, MO 2008 – 2010
Overnight Clerk
Served customers and operated cash registers. Stocked merchandise/supplies throughout store.
AVILA UNIVERSITY – Kansas City, MO 2006 – 2008
Student Athletic Trainer/Work-study
Assisted the Athletic Trainers in rehabilitation and injury prevention for student athletes. Administered minor-moderate wound care. Assisted with annual Hy-Vee High School Shootout at Avila.
CROWD SYSTEMS, INC. – Kansas City, MO 2007 – 2008
Crowd Control/Security Guard
Provided crowd control at various sporting events throughout Kansas and Missouri.
AUSTIN TRAILERS AND MOTORSPORTS – Kansas City, KS 2007
Office Assistant
Performed mailing and filing duties.
AMBER N. GOUVION
13219 W. 90th Terrace, Lenexa, KS 66215 • (913) 605-2195 • ambergouvion@yahoo.com
Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice Status
Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
Hardworking, dedicated professional with CPC-A, CBCS and CMAA certifications and Associate's Degree in Exercise Science. Expert knowledge of medical terminology and ability to decipher SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) documentation written by medical professionals. Extensive knowledge of cryotherapies.
Education and Training
HEALTHCARE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT TRAINING PROGRAM Feb. 2011 – May 2012
New Horizons Computer Learning Center – Overland Park, KS
Coursework included Insurance Billing & Coding, Automated Medical Office, Medical Office Procedures & Administration, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Advanced Coding in ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Attained Certified Professional Coder (CPC), AAPC
• Attained Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS), National Healthcare Association.
• Attained Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), National Healthcare Association.
• Pursuing Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Microsoft Office Specialist in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE, Exercise Science 2004
Kansas City Kansas Community College – Kansas City, KS
• Received Presidential Academic Scholarship and named “Who's Who among Students in American Junior Colleges.â€�
• As part of my work-study, helped organize 500 student athletes' health files in a large cabinet,
Medical Office Skills and Knowledge
• Appointment Scheduling • HIPAA Laws
• Anatomy and Medical Terminology • Workman's Compensation
• Medical Records/Claims Filing • Checking In/Out Procedures
• Co-Payment Collection • CMS-1500 claim form
• Medicare (Parts A/B/C/D), Medicaid (Traditional and Risk
Based), Tricare (Standard/Extra/Prime), Blue Cross &
Blue Shield, Champ VA, HMOs • Using websites and policy manuals to solve coding issues and review individual policies and claim requirements
• Coding using E & M, Surgery, Radiology, and Pathology Services
• Obtaining prior authorization and verifying insurance benefits • Posting payments, deductibles, co-insurance, and co-payments
• Using Windows-based software to perform billing/coding work • Appealing claims; following up on non-paid/unprocessed claims
• Applying appropriate coding rules for CPT procedures • Using Compliance Plans to eliminate fraud and abuse
• Understanding and finding HCPCS coding for supplies and services • Using CPT and HCPCS modifiers
• Inpatient and outpatient payment methodology using Payment Prospective System • Understanding ICD-9 diagnosis coding; using using ICD-9 Volume I, II, II, III, CPT, and HCPCS
• Medicare rules and regulations for hospitals • Claim forms procedures for the UB-92 and UB-04
• I am also CPR, First Aid, and Defibrillator trained.
Employment History
METCALF SOUTH SHOPPING CENTER – Overland Park, KS 2010 – Present
Security Officer
Patrol premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion. Respond to alarms, investigate disturbances, and record unusual occurrences in daily log. Answer five-line phone, as needed, taking messages, answering questions, and providing information during non-business hours.
QUIKTRIP – Independence, MO 2008 – 2010
Overnight Clerk
Served customers and operated cash registers. Stocked merchandise/supplies throughout store.
AVILA UNIVERSITY – Kansas City, MO 2006 – 2008
Student Athletic Trainer/Work-study
Assisted the Athletic Trainers in rehabilitation and injury prevention for student athletes. Administered minor-moderate wound care. Assisted with annual Hy-Vee High School Shootout at Avila.
CROWD SYSTEMS, INC. – Kansas City, MO 2007 – 2008
Crowd Control/Security Guard
Provided crowd control at various sporting events throughout Kansas and Missouri.
AUSTIN TRAILERS AND MOTORSPORTS – Kansas City, KS 2007
Office Assistant
Performed mailing and filing duties.